Summer Internship – CNC Machining / Engineering

Reata Engineering & Machine Works • Centennial, CO

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Reata Engineering & Machine Works is launching our 2026 Summer Internship Program, designed for students interested in pursuing a career in advanced manufacturing. This is an 8-week, hands-on program where interns will gain real-world experience in CNC machining, engineering, and production within a fast-paced, high-tech job shop environment. We are looking to hire 2–3 interns total across engineering and shop roles. Interns will work directly with our production and engineering teams, gaining hands-on experience with CNC machining processes, shop operations, and real customer-driven work. This is not a shadowing program—interns will contribute to actual production and improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a relevant program: Advanced Manufacturing, CNC Machining, Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering, Machining program at CCIC
• Basic understanding of CNC machining and/or CAD/CAM software preferred
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
• For those currently enrolled, we are only considering Juniors & Seniors

Nice To Haves

• Enjoy working with computers and technology
• Like solving problems and troubleshooting issues
• Are detail-oriented and understand precision matters
• Are curious, motivated, and eager to learn
• Can adapt quickly in a dynamic shop environment
• Work well with others across engineering, production, and quality

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines under supervision (shop interns)
• Assist with programming, setup, and process improvements
• Support engineering and production teams on active jobs
• Participate in quality control and inspection processes
• Learn materials, tooling, and machining strategies
• Troubleshoot issues and contribute to continuous improvement efforts
• Follow all safety and quality standards (AS9100, aerospace/medical requirements)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees